Ford 5000/801 loader

[Wayjo]

Will a loader off of a 1963 Ford 801 fit on to a 1975 Ford 5000. Found the tractor I want to buy but need a loader and found one off of a 801. Will if fit?

 

[Fordfarmer]

Not without a considerable amount of torch and welder work. The 5000 is longer, wider, and has a completely different front bolster and axle. And that's besides the fact that a 5000 could easily tear apart a loader meant for a tractor with about 2/3 its power.
There are plenty of loaders that will fit a 5000. If you don't need it to be quick-attach, you should be able to get one for under $1000.... maybe even half that. Ford 727 and 772 loaders will both fit.

 

[Wayjo]

thanks for the info